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S423 BSF

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,981 mi
Last recorded10,981 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS423 BSF
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 10,981 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 10,231 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 10,099 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 8,656 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 8,392 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 8,366 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 8,351 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 8,331 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 8,293 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 8,200 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 8,161 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 8,080 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 7,840 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 7,840 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 7,531 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 7,043 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 6,600 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES250?

Based on 6,421 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 190
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
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S423 BSF is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda FES250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S423 BSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S423 BSF registered?

S423 BSF is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S423 BSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S423 BSF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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